Doom metallers DoomSword have announced that they have parted ways with their guitarist Alessio "Sacred Heart" Berlaffa. The band also welcomed guitarists Gianluca Silvi and Matteo Carnio, who have joined the band. Moreover, DoomSword already have new material for a sixth album.

Official statement from the band: "After 9 years of friendship and Heavy Metal Alessio 'Sacred Heart' Berlaffa has parted ways with DoomSword. We wish to thank Alessio for everything and wish him the very best in the future! Gianluca Silvi (Battle Ram) and Matteo Carnio (Fury 'n' Grace) have joined DoomSword on guitars. Both are accomplished musicians and veterans of the Italian metal scene. Dare we say that the future of DoomSword is more promising than ever? The band is currently preparing a crushing show for Athens (in support of Warlord) and is rehearsing new material for DoomSword's sixth album.

Our fate is written, sword and shield: born to die on the battlefield! Battle Ram and Fury 'n' Grace will continue their activity as normal."